Anyone using one of these? I'm in the market for a float rod and have been happy with my 8'6" convergence for drifting. Just don't want to spend the coin on a Lami or Loomis. Any feedback or other recommendations would be appreciated.

IF you're looking for a cheaper rod ...might ask TH about some of the Rogue blanks. He did up for me a couple of years back for some boat float rods. Medium priced blank with top quality components makes for a nice mdium-price rod ... I went with 9' 6" for out of the boat as I see no more length needed when you're already standing on top of the water

Thanks Bob, Cute daughter by the way. Aren't they fun! Funny thinking back that my wife Laura was so morning sick with our daughter Emily (now 5) when we fished with you on the Hoh. She just couldn't figure out why she was sea sick for the first time!

I like the heck out of my 10'6" Convergence. For both River and mooching. I don't buy the status symbol stuff, not because I can't afford those rods, it just no one has been able to convince me they are worth the difference in price, except to impress others. I feel secure enough in myself not to have to impress others.

I bought a Convergence 10.6" rod after I broke my G3 Loomis. ( Long story, the tip slid in the river so I couldn't easily go the warranty route).

I am a float fisherman which is primarily sight fishing and am very happy with the Convergence.

It probably is not as sensitive as a $300+ rod, but I like it so well that I bought a spin cast model to go with my level wind outfit.

I'll probably buy the 4-8 lb test model as a third rod to toss lighter jigs.

I've had a 10.5' for a few years. It's a good rod. The only downside I see to it is that it's a bit heavier than some other rods.

Have used the rod for "many years".......has put lot's of summer run on the bank and even a few winter run.......I also use it when I'm fishing "jacks". 10 1/2', can't just pull them in, but gets the job done!!!!!

Price should be in the $70-80 range, including tax...........if we are talking about the same rod?????

Great rod ( I assume you're speaking of the 8-17 model?).. Anyhow, if you're in the market for a moderate priced rod take a look at the Quantum coldwater series or the Berkely IM-7 series. A bit lighter than the Shimano which makes holding the rod up high while float fishing for hours a more pleasurable task. I love my convergence 8-17 for king float fishing but for steelhead, too heavy in my humble opinion.... Good luck...

I love my Convergence 10'6" 8-15#, particularly when fishing bigger water. Lots of mend, if maybe a little over-powered for brats. Picked up a Rapala 9'6" cheap, and use it for slightly smaller streams...funner for brats. I'm yet to put a nate on it, though. The Convergence is waaay heavy...maybe I'm getting jaded, but I really like a hot summer fish in a smaller stream on a 7'6" 4-10# spin rod--that cork handle really coming to life does something to a guy.

Sooo...match your rod to the fish, the size/current of the water you're fishing, and your purpose: are you playing, or harvesting?

Tight lines.